2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 314 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Convertible | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
